11 Cool and Unusual Places to Stay in Oregon

Oregon is one of the top, if not the top, places to visit in the United States. It’s easy to see why with all the good beer, delicious food, and beautiful scenery. There’s so many options when looking for places to stay in Oregon, and while we love a good hotel room with all the comfort and normal amenities, were also really into finding cool places to stay. Because we’re so into finding off the beaten path accommodations, we thought we’d share some of our favorites. We’re bringing you some of the most unique places to stay in Oregon. We’re talking treehouses, cabins, greenhouses, and even a teepee. Being Oregon locals, one of our favorite things to do is road-tripping around the state to explore new places. Oregon is easy to get around and a very pretty state to drive around. So next time you’re visiting Oregon and looking for a great road trip from Portland, we have some new places for you to try! Believe us, all your friends will be super jealous when you’re sleeping in a treehouse! Here are our some of the coolest places to stay in Oregon.

1. An adorable tiny house hotel in Portland, Oregon

Tiny homes are becoming the next big thing, and Portland has capitalized on that with visitors, making the worlds first tiny home hotel in the Alberta district of Portland. Caravan has 6 different custom built tiny homes available to rent, on an urban lot in the Alberta district of Portland. The hotel includes a fire pit, BBQ, Adirondack chairs. Each tiny house is stocked with everything you need, including cookware, microwave, fridge, complimentary coffee and tea, and much more. Some are even pet-friendly (with one time pet fee of $25). If you’re thinking about a living in a tiny home this is a great test, rent it for the weekend first. There will be plenty other tiny home hotels popping up in other cities soon. Add this to the top of the list of the cool places to stay in Portland!

A small village of tiny homes formed together to make up a tiny home hotel. Photo Credit: Tiny House Hotel

2. A cozy vintage airstream trailer in Dayton, Oregon

Located in the perfect place for exploring Oregon’s wine country, The Vintages Resort is a group of 31 vintage trailers set inside the Willamette Wine Country RV park. Each trailer is slightly different but all trailers include gourmet pour over coffee, terrycloth robes, the best mattresses ever, high quality linens, propane grills, and all the utensils the need, including a wine opener! All trailers have heat and air-conditioning. Some trailers are pet-friendly. The perfect location for a weekend of wine tasting. Oregon wine country definitely has some cool places to stay, but the vintage airstream is one of our favorites.

3. An isolated lookout in Sisters, Oregon

If you’re looking to get away from it all and just enjoy a gorgeous view, the Green Ridge Lookout is the perfect place. One of the most unique places in Oregon to stay for a night, as its 20 feet above the ground with incredible views of Mt. Jefferson and the Metolius River Basin. The lookout has windows facing every direction and you can enjoy a panoramic view of the snowy mountains. The 2-story lookout includes solar powered lighting, a propane refrigerator, a fireplace, heater, range, and an oven. There is also a nearby outhouse and fire pit. You’ll need to bring your own water, toilet paper, and food. This places fills up fast and is only open May-October, so make sure to book early.

What to do in Sisters: Ski at Mt Jefferson, do some catch-and-release fly fishing on the Metolius River, or hike through the forest. Head into Sisters for a bite to eat and drink at Three Creeks Brewing.

4. A historic lighthouse in Yachats, Oregon

Located on highway 101 on the Central Oregon Coast, the the Heceta Head Lighthouse Inn sits right next to the Lighthouse. The lighthouse and the innkeepers house are both historic landmarks. The lighthouse is said to be the most photographed lighthouse in the United States. The lighthouse is one of the most unique places to stay on the Oregon Coast. The bed and breakfast is located inside the innkeepers house, perched on a cliff with an incredible view of the Pacfiic Ocean and the beach. The inn includes 4 guest rooms with private baths and 2 rooms with a shared bath. Kitchen is available for use by the guests. If the view from the bed and breakfast is not enough to convince you, then maybe learning that each guest gets a seven course breakfast will help you decide. The menu changes seasonally, but they highlight the best of Oregon with artisan cheeses, local sausages, and fresh produce.

What to do in Yachats: There is plenty to do along the Oregon Coast. Cape Perpetua and Thors Well, two of the popular landmarks along the Oregon Coast, are located just south of Yachats. Stop by Yachats State Park for some tide pools. Grab a beer at Yachats Brewing. Eat at Ona Restaurant or The Drift inn.

Heceta Head lighthouse inn is perched on the edge of a cliff with a magnificent view of the ocean. Photo Credit: Heceta Head Lighthouse

5. A scenic treehouse in Cave Junction, Oregon

Who doesn’t want to stay high above the ground in a treehouse? The Out ‘n About Treehouses are home grown. The “treesort” is part of 36 acres of woods, right near Siskiyou National Forest. There is a central facility that includes a kitchen, bathroom, and laundry. Breakfast is included in the price. Also available is zip-lining, rafting, hiking, and horseback riding. No phones, air-conditioning or tv available in the rooms. Be aware, only a few of the treehouse have bathrooms inside, so pay attention when booking.

6. A rustic glamping tent in Hood River, Oregon

Another great glamping space in Oregon! Westcliff Lodge has regular hotel rooms as well as 2 glamping tents but why would you want to stay in a regular room when the tents have a phenomenal view of the river? The tents are 12″ by 14″ canvas tents, filled with everything you need. The lodge is set on 5 acres and the tents are secured in the back. A port-a-potty and outdoor shower are located nearby.

Westcliff lodge has 2 glamping tents right on the water for a scenic view. Photo Credit: Leanto

7. Relax in the wilderness on the Rogue River

This is no ordinary lodge. Paradise Lodge can only be accessed by boat, raft, or hiking in. Which means this place is definitely away from civilization, and the perfect spot for relaxing. Located right on the lower Rogue River, surrounded by diverse wildlife, you are literally in the middle of the forest. There are 6 different cabins, that have 18 total rooms. Choose between riverview or meadowview rooms. Each room has a private fall bathroom and deck access. Accommodation rates include the stay, appetizers, dinner, dessert, and breakfast. There’s also a store if you happen to forget anything. Dogs are welcome for an additional $50 pet deposit.

What to do: The perfect spot to unplug and relax, or get out and adventure. You’re in the wilderness, so don’t plan on driving anywhere while you’re here, but there’s plenty of outdoor actives to do. There’s 38 miles of hiking trails, rafting and boating excursions, and plenty of wildlife to fill your free time.

Leave the hustle behind, and hike or boat in to the Paradise Lodge. Photo Credit: Paradise Lodge

8. An ecofriendly cabin in Port Orford, Oregon

5 cabin suites are nestled among a forest of trees, only 2 minutes to the ocean. The grounds sit atop a bluff overlooking the ocean. A very quiet and serene location, as no cars are allowed near the cabins, allowing for a quiets night sleep. Not only are the cabins serene, but the most beautiful part might just be the open air jetted spa.

What to do in Port Orford: Cape Blanco lighthouse is the oldest lighthouse continually operating in Oregon. Whale watch or body surf at Port Orford Bay, one of the most spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean. The Oregon Coast has plenty of hiking options, depending on your fitness level. If you’re into golf, Bandon Dunes golf course is only an hour away. Eat at Griffs on the dock, Wild Oaks Grill, or Crazy Norweigians.

9. Camp in a teepee in Madras, Oregon

Kah-nee-ta Resort and Spa has 20 teepees to rent, each with its own fire pit. Bring your fiends, as theres room for 10 people in each teepee. Just because its a resort doesn’t mean its not camping. The teepees are clustered in a field. You bring your own bedding and camping essentials. The resort is a popular family vacation as theres plenty to do for all ages, with a spa, hot springs pool, and golf course right there for the guests convenience.

Camp in a teepee with all your friends, with access to a hot springs pool, golf, and other family activities. Photo Credit: Kahneeta Resort and Spa

10. Relax in a peaceful green house in Silverton, Oregon

A cozy 330 square-foot converted greenhouse with minimal wood and plenty of glass windows that has a living room, cedar hot tub, and a bedroom upstairs in the loft. Nearby there is a barn for guests use that has a full bathroom, fridge and microwave. The greenhouse is surrounded by wonderful scenery, looking out onto foliage. Relax in the hot tub overlooking the beautiful scenery. While this looks pretty luxurious, this is still considered glamping. While there is a nice comfortable queen bed, there is no central heating, but there is a space heater.

The cozy cabin is a converted greenhouse with minimal wood and plenty of glass windows for sunlight. Photo Credit: GlampingHub

11. Soak at the hot springs in Burns, Oregon

Crystal Crane not only has a hot springs pond, but also multiple various types of accommodations. Crystal Crane is your personal oasis to relax and unwind after enjoying the hot springs. A variety of accommodations are available ranging from tent camping, sleeping cabins, a teepee with a soaking tub, and private rental units. Overnight guests have access to 2 communal rooms, a kitchen, and a game parlor/library. The mineral hot springs pond is kept at 101 degrees. Located in the country, the hot springs is a place to come to enjoy the night sky. The hot springs is available for day use as well. This is also a part of the Crystal Crane Hot Springs RV Park, if you are looking for a RV spot.

What to do in Burns: The Alvord desert, a 12 mile lake bed desert under the Steens Mountains, is one of the driest places in Oregon. The Malheur Nations Wildlife Refugee, 185,000 acres of bird watching.

SaveSaveSaveSaveWe hoped you liked all these cool and unique places to stay in Oregon. Hopefully you’re inspired to book a road trip and stay in a new place that we’ve mentioned. Portland is a wonderful starting place if you’ve going to be exploring Oregon, but make sure you venture out in road-trip around Oregon. There are some really cool places to stay in Oregon that go beyond this list, but these are just our favorites.

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These are real accommodation goals. Wahoo! The highlight for me is the Heceta Head Lighthouse. I can imagine what waking up to the magnificent views like. I also like Oregon’s Dayton for the wine tasting tours it’s area boasts of. I dont know if I’ll travel to all these places but whenever I find myself here, I’ll so much head to one of these places for accommodation.

Oregon is such a good choice when travelling. I enjoyed your post and wish I could visit Oregon too. I would like to experience the tree house. It looks amazing!
By the way, I think that every countries I visited were cool. I guess it is because I was with my partner everytime I travel and that makes it extra cool. 🙂Ana Rose Roads and Pages recently posted…January 2018 Goals

I think we floated by Paradise Lodge last summer on a rafting trip. These are definitely some interesting ideas, I especially like the thought of trying out a tiny house first!Leigh recently posted…What to Do in Brussels for 1 Week

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